The 'Matsukaze-no-Ma,' where Emperor Meiji was welcomed and numerous famous shogi and go matches took place, stands out among the guest rooms at Motoyu Jinya.

This lavish suite, consisting of three adjoining rooms, was originally built as a guest room named 'Matsukaze' by the former Kuroda clan (Kuroda family) in Oiso to welcome Emperor Meiji during the Meiji era. In the Taisho era, it was relocated to its current location at the Jinya by the Mitsui Zaibatsu.

As the Showa era began, the Jinya became renowned as a venue where leading shogi and go players competed for titles, and to this day, numerous famous matches in both shogi and go continue to take place.

Over 300 title matches have been held here. In the 52nd Oi-sen (King's Title Match) of 2011, Yoshiharu Habu claimed the title, achieving a historic milestone that equaled the immortal record of 80 victories set by Yashiro Yoda XV Meijin, all within the confines of the 'Matsukaze-no-Ma'.

In 2023, under the direction of world-renowned garden designer Kazuyuki Ishihara, the garden of "Matsukaze" underwent a significant renewal. Guests can now leisurely enjoy the beauty of the garden throughout the seasons directly from their rooms.

One of the charms of Motoyu Jinya is its expansive garden, covering an area of ten thousand tsubo. The landscape, adorned with trees and flowers that exhibit different facets with each season, as well as meticulously designed ponds and waterfalls, creates a scene that feels like stepping into another world.

Cherry blossoms bloom, crayfish frolic, fireflies dance, and birds chirp.

You can admire the flowers and creatures, or let your imagination wander through the many stories etched in history. It's a time akin to being in a natural art gallery.

The hot springs of Tsurumaki Onsen, where the Jinya is located, well up from deep underground in the heart of the Tanzawa Mountains. Known for its rich calcium chloride content, this spring has long been famed for its therapeutic effects on conditions such as rheumatism, neuralgia, injuries, and gastrointestinal ailments (when ingested).

The Jinya's hot spring water was the first source to be granted permission for drinking in Kanagawa Prefecture. It's believed to be effective for firming and beautifying the skin by directly absorbing the essential calcium necessary for healthy skin. With low irritation and a pleasantly soft texture, the water, containing both calcium and sodium, is scientifically said to have a similar effect to washing with soap.

You can enjoy the hot springs of the Jinya in both indoor baths within the facility and open-air baths overlooking the garden.

Furthermore, there is a mountain lodge outdoor bath located on a hilltop after climbing the mountain behind, where you can soak in the hot water while feeling the gentle breeze on your heated skin, stretching out comfortably amidst nature. (Please consider the availability of use in inclement weather as there is no roof on the open-air bath.)

At Motoyu Jinya, we strive to offer quicker and better services by sharing customer information through IT.

In 2009, the current owner, who was then an engineer, took over the struggling Motoyu Jinya and implemented management reforms. Analysis of the issues on the ground revealed a lack of information sharing among staff. In response, the owner developed the cloud-based ryokan/hotel system called "Jinya Connect" in-house. By sharing customer information, reservation management, sales analysis, accounting processing, cost management, and survey analysis among all staff, we were able to streamline operations, increase productivity, and focus more on serving our customers.

In 2018, "Jinya Connect" received the Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Award at the Japan Service Awards. It has continued to evolve since then, using the latest technology to deliver meticulous hospitality.

"Jinya Connect" not only contributes to the efficiency of ryokan operations but also supports guests' comfortable stays. Staff members use smartphones, PCs, and tablets to share real-time information and customer behavior via the cloud. By inputting details such as customer preferences, timing of meals and baths, allergies, alcohol preferences, and birthdays, staff can provide swift and personalized service tailored to each customer's preferences and timing.

Customers can make reservations via the "Jinya Connect" booking engine on the web, allowing them to not only book accommodation but also arrange services within the facility and nearby activities as options in advance.

Even after arrival, customers can use their smartphones to make reservations for facility use, order meals, and make requests to staff. They can also check the availability of private baths and the status of coin-operated laundry facilities in real-time. "Jinya Connect" is currently used by over 550 ryokans and hotels nationwide, contributing to regional tourism and accommodation industries.